Support Spindle No.678 - Vida's Vintage IBM Selectric Typeball - LETTER GOTHIC - Emerald Green Shaft
$89.90
Vida's Vintage Selectric Support Spindle No.678: One of a Kind - Metallic Emerald Green Tahkli Size Shaft with Vintage NOS (New Old Stock) IBM "LETTER GOTHIC" Font Element - GP Brand - taken right out of New Packaging!
- WEIGHT: 1.2oz. (35g), WHORL: 1.5" (38mm) Diameter, SHAFT: small diameter (Tahkli Size) .107" (2.7mm) dia. x 7.75" (19.7cm) long
- NO-HOOK OPTION - Choose Option in Drop Down Menu - REMOVES 1/2" from total shaft length
Without a doubt, this is my most unique and challenging to fabricate design spindle to date, and it is an amazingly well balanced spinning tool - dedicated to my late mother, Vida Ann, who I watched for years professionally typesetting with her IBM Selectric typewriter with its type ball element flying around at lightning speed! These vintage IBM Selectric Type Elements (or Type Ball) were used in Selectric typewriters from 1961 through around 1986
Made from 55 individual pieces, this spindle features a NEW OLD STOCK (Previously unpackaged) GP Branded for IBM Selectric "LETTER GOTHIC" Type Ball Element that's been prepped and coated with two layers of clear lacquer for durability, center filled with 2-part epoxy, center drilled, and mounted onto the metallic EMERALD GREEN steel shaft - centered onto the 1.5" acrylic disc below with a milled acrylic disc to fit the interior shape of the element. A vintage brass clock gear is mounted to the bottom side with the center filled with green mica tinted epoxy resin - along with a stainless steel Hex Nut, silver plated findings at the top and bottom, and various size topaz AB Czech crystal rhinestones.
The shaft is hand-made from spring steel with a heat forged hook that is coated with a 2-coat hi-temperature powder-coat paint, and all parts are mounted with industrial 2-part epoxy resin adhesive. This is a light-to-medium weight Tahkli style spindle that has a fast and long spin - making it great for not only cotton, but other short and longer/fine staple fibers as well.
FREE SHIPPING - US ONLY - via USPS Ground Advantage service w/tracking and insurance
All spindles are hand crafted in Tucson, AZ, by John Galen Gudenkauf (owner/artist) with USA and Globally made Materials.
FREE SHIPPING Applies to All US States and Select US Territories Only: In-stock orders typically ship in 1 business day and Made-to-Order spindles typically ship within 3 business days - via USPS-GROUND ADVANTAGE. Please allow 2 to 5 days for transit time (ships from Tucson, AZ).
INTERNATIONAL & UPGRADED SHIPPING AVAILABLE: Customer pays 100% of shipping charges for these options
Shipping from United States
Processing time
2-3 business days
Estimated shipping times
- North America : 2 - 5 business days
- Europe : 8 - 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand and Oceania : 8 - 12 business days
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Payment Options
Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
Conditions of return
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Custom and personalized orders
Yes. I gladly accept custom orders, although they are limited when it comes to altering dimensions. TAHKLI/SUPPORT SPINDLES: customers can choose (in most cases) from the shaft colors, beads, and whorl color/wood species of items already listed.
Wholesale availability
Yes. I do offer wholesale sales to qualifying re-sellers. Contact me and we can discuss terms
Orders by Mail/Checks Accepted
I gladly accept orders by mail and do accept checks. When ordering, please phone or email John Galen to check availability and to reserve the item(s) you wish to order. When I receive the order/check in the mail, I will send out the package within 24 hours.
CONTACT: John Galen at 520-490-4962
EMAIL: johng@johngalen.com